Iridium Edge Antenna Location - Oceaneering C-NavX1 User Manual

8.11 Iridium Edge Antenna Location

CAUTION:
Install the Iridium Edge saf ely and securely. Failure to do so could result in dislodging of the
Iridium Edge especially when operating in areas of high winds or when mounted on moving
vehicles, which could result in injury or damage.
For the best perf ormance Iridium Edge antennas should be installed in a location with the f ollowing properties -
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A good clear 360° sky view as high as is practicably possible – to ensure that all available Iridium satellites
can be tracked at all times.
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Not close to any other Tx / Rx antennas – to avoid unintentional interf erence.
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Not behind any structure – to ensure that the risk of masking is mitigated.
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Maximum cable run should not exceed 100m using one of the Iridium Edge cables provided.
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The location must provide a saf e and secure installation.
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The Iridium Edge is not intended to be operated near a person. Always ensure that the Iridium Edge is
mounted more than 20 cm f rom persons f or compliance with RF exposure limits.
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Select a f lat, horizontal mounting location f or optimal unif orm satellite perf ormance.
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Make sure that the mounting location provides a clear unobstructed 360 degrees' view of the sky in all
directions. Typically, this means selecting a mounting location that has no masking.
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Do not install the Iridium Edge inside a building or under metal surf aces.
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Make sure that the mounting location will not heat up the Iridium Edge causing its temperature to exceed the
maximum operating temperature. If the surf ace can get hot, especially in the direct sun, an insulating material
should be used between the mounting surf ace and the Iridium Edge.
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Never mount the Iridium Edge close to any other communication equipment or antennas.
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Never install the Iridium Edge in a location where water can collect.
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Never install the Iridium Edge near an exhaust which can deposit f umes and carbon, and which can af f ect
satellite operation.
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